Needs Improvement
#539 of 542 schools in ME
Walker Memorial School
Elementary School · RSU 03/MSAD 03
33 West Main Street, Liberty, ME 04949
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
2.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
2.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#539 of 542
In district
#7 of 7
RSU 03/MSAD 03
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About Walker Memorial School
Walker Memorial School is a public elementary school in Liberty, ME, part of RSU 03/MSAD 03. Walker Memorial School serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Walker Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 out of 10 and ranks #539 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Walker Memorial School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Walker Memorial School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Walker Memorial School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
35% of students at Walker Memorial School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Walker Memorial School — Students at Walker Memorial School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 75%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from ME state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.7/10.
How Walker Memorial School Compares
See how Walker Memorial School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
33 West Main Street, Liberty, ME 04949
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walker Memorial School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prescott Memorial School (rated 8.8/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ames Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Searsmont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Appleton Village School (rated 8.0/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Appleton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Liberty, see our Liberty schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ames Elementary School Searsmont | 5.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Appleton Village School Appleton | 8.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Prescott Memorial School Washington | 9.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Palermo Consolidated School Palermo | 7.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Mt View High School Thorndike | 10.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Mt View Middle School Thorndike | 10.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Mt View Elementary School Thorndike | 10.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Somerville Elementary School Somerville | 9.3 mi | — |
| Gladys Weymouth Elem School Morrill | 8.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Albion Elementary School Albion | 11.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Hope Elementary School Hope | 12.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Union Elementary Union | 13.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Unity Elementary School Unity | 14.9 mi | — |
| China Primary School China | 10.9 mi | 6.8 |
| China Middle School China | 10.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Ecology Learning Ctr Unity | 15.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Lincolnville Central School Lincolnville | 12.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Jefferson Village School Damariscotta | 15.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Morse Memorial School Brooks | 14.2 mi | 2.9 |
| ERSKINE ACADEMY South China | 13.1 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04949 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,464
Median Home Value
$223,900
Median Rent
$469/mo
Population
913
College Educated
41.3%
Homeownership
84.8%
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
45.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walker Memorial School
What grades does Walker Memorial School serve?
Walker Memorial School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Walker Memorial School?
Walker Memorial School has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walker Memorial School?
The student-teacher ratio at Walker Memorial School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walker Memorial School rank in ME?
Walker Memorial School ranks #539 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Walker Memorial School's MySchoolScout rating?
Walker Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Walker Memorial School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walker Memorial School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Walker Memorial School a charter school?
No, Walker Memorial School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walker Memorial School a Title I school?
No, Walker Memorial School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walker Memorial School?
64.7% of students at Walker Memorial School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Waldo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.3%
- Phone
- (207) 589-4208
Resources & Links
District
RSU 03/MSAD 03- District Enrollment
- 1,017
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,673
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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